XVT Technology Without All the Internet Apps...? I don't need all the Internet Apps... but do want the XVT Technology and a 240 Refresh rate in a 47 Inch size... what model would that be?
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The closest Vizio model is their XVT472SV, a full-LED 48" HDTV. It was introduced in early 2010 but most dealers have sold out and it appears Vizio is making only the internet app version now. You can find the XVT472SV as a refurbished (by Vizio) HDTV, like new, for about $350 less at Tiger Direct. This model has 240Hz refresh rate combined with smart dimming to produce a contrast ratio of 2,000,000 to 1 and also has some operational advantages over the internet apps version. I ordered the last new one Amazon had in stock and am planning on getting a BlueRay player that includes wireless capability, to provide the ability for streaming movies via the web. The closest Vizio model is their XVT472SV, a full-LED 48" HDTV. It was introduced in early 2010 but most dealers have sold out and it appears Vizio is making only the internet app version now. You can find the XVT472SV as a refurbished (by Vizio) HDTV, like new, for about $350 less at Tiger Direct. This model has 240Hz refresh rate combined with smart dimming to produce a contrast ratio of 2,000,000 to 1 and also has some operational advantages over the internet apps version. I ordered the last new one Amazon had in stock and am planning on getting a BlueRay player that includes... » Read More The closest Vizio model is their XVT472SV, a full-LED 48" HDTV. It was introduced in early 2010 but most dealers have sold out and it appears Vizio is making only the internet app version now. You can find the XVT472SV as a refurbished (by Vizio) HDTV, like new, for about $350 less at Tiger Direct. This model has 240Hz refresh rate combined with smart dimming to produce a contrast ratio of 2,000,000 to 1 and also has some operational advantages over the internet apps version. I ordered the last new one Amazon had in stock and am planning on getting a BlueRay player that includes wireless capability, to provide the ability for streaming movies via the web. « Show Less
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I haven't made a final choice yet but BlueRay players with 802.11n WiFi capability are available for around $230. For example, see the LG BD390 Blu-ray DVD Player w/ Built-in WiFi at Buy.com. And you can find network-capable (via Ethernet cable) BlueRay players for about $125. Those can also be connected to any existing home WLAN via a Wireless-N Ethernet Bridge / Access Point for around $50. This latter option has the advantage of enabling you to connect one or more additional devices at that location. I hope this is helpful.
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Just scored one from Tiger Direct... one of "just several" they said they had left... so thanks again... if you don't mind, would you post your choice of BlueRay Player that included the wireless capability. I don't understand why people would pay so much more for those "add-on" Internet Apps... when for less, you can get a wireless Blue Ray with as much capability... I don't do Facebook or Pandora, etc, but if I did, why would I want to on my TV?????????????
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Thanks for your reply... I'll look on Tiger Direct... I have two other Vizios, one of which I purchased as a refurbished unit from Tiger Direct and it is still going strong after 2 years of use.
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The closest Vizio model is their XVT472SV, a full-LED 48" HDTV. It was introduced in early 2010 but most dealers have sold out and it appears Vizio is making only the internet app version now. You can find the XVT472SV as a refurbished (by Vizio) HDTV, like new, for about $350 less at Tiger Direct. This model has 240Hz refresh rate combined with smart dimming to produce a contrast ratio of 2,000,000 to 1 and also has some operational advantages over the internet apps version. I ordered the last new one Amazon had in stock and am planning on getting a BlueRay player that includes wireless capability, to provide the ability for streaming movies via the web.
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Jonathan,Which model did you end up going with? I was super interested in this TV, but it apparently doesn't support 1080i, which is no good for my Xbox 360. Also, does anyone know what the difference is between the older model (32HL67) and this one (32HL67U, "U" indicating a newer iteration)?
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Q1: Do you watch sports once per week ??A: Yes, buy a 240 Hz TV.A: No, buy a 60 Hz TV.Q2: Do you sit closer than 8' from the TV ??A: Yes, buy a 52" TV.A: No, buy a 55" TV.I doubt the B-series panels can change the pixels in the 4 ms needed for 240 Hz. A 4 ms response time is EXTREMELY FAST for an LCD display. I am still trying to remember why I had to have a 120 Hz 42LNA850 TV. I certainly don't get any benefits from the 120 Hz. I know why I bought the 52" panel - half the programs only use 40-46" of this giant picture because of letterboxing !!! Q1: Do you watch sports once per week ??A: Yes, buy a 240 Hz TV.A: No, buy a 60 Hz TV.Q2: Do you sit closer than 8' from the TV ??A: Yes, buy a 52" TV.A: No, buy a 55" TV.I doubt the B-series panels can change the pixels in the 4 ms needed for 240 Hz. A 4 ms response time is EXTREMELY FAST for an LCD display. I am still trying to remember why I had to have a 120 Hz 42LNA850 TV. I certainly don't get any benefits from the 120 Hz. I know why I bought the 52" panel - half the programs only use 40-46" of this giant picture... » Read More Q1: Do you watch sports once per week ??A: Yes, buy a 240 Hz TV.A: No, buy a 60 Hz TV.Q2: Do you sit closer than 8' from the TV ??A: Yes, buy a 52" TV.A: No, buy a 55" TV.I doubt the B-series panels can change the pixels in the 4 ms needed for 240 Hz. A 4 ms response time is EXTREMELY FAST for an LCD display. I am still trying to remember why I had to have a 120 Hz 42LNA850 TV. I certainly don't get any benefits from the 120 Hz. I know why I bought the 52" panel - half the programs only use 40-46" of this giant picture because of letterboxing !!! « Show Less
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Doggone. And I was just thinking about springing for a samsung 4671 (a consensus 5 stars from Amazon consumers). The main thing that bugs me about the V2500 series is the omission of Normal mode when adjusting aspect ratio. Since the set automatically interprets a 480i signal as 720p or 1080i, you're stuck watching nothing but short fat people unless you can control aspect ratio from the DVD player and set-up box. It wouldn't matter if all source material were in hi def, but unfortunately most is not. Sony made a colossal blunder, but apparently woke up by the time of the 3000 series.
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Jedi Master: I have the same concern about one of my Samsung TVs. The screen reads 1920x1080i, 60Hz. I'm aware that in the US, all electricity is at 60Hz, so I wonder why Samsung would have made this spec so prominent on the display, when instead it could have put the refresh rate instead. Any ideas?
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Thanks Superhero Jonathan! So helpful. I guess I am watching to see when UL80VT comes back into stock here in the next 24-48 hours if the Asus rep is right.
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Did you ever get an answer. I'm shopping for a new monitor and I really like what I have read so far except for one review that said it better with VISTA. I'm a true believe in XP, so if it doesn't work with XP, it don't need it. I would like your opinion if you are asking this question. What else other than price do you like about this monitor. I can't fnd anything about a USB port and is that really necessary. JimSpring, TX
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could be, i'm a member of avs and some of those ppl look for imperfections. i was looking at the samsung 4671 series with the 120hz output but avs scared me away from that display with all the issue's it has (TBE and sudder). i'll wait a year or 2 so samsung can get rid of the bugs.....another thing to consider when comparing the 2500 to the 3000 is the 2500 has an 8bit panel vs the 3000 having a 10bit...its your own preference though.
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Return it for a new one. The whole point of something like a Chromebox is its simplicity and almost immediate 'on' ability. Unless another computer that you know is OK also does that with that monitor, return the Chromebox.
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John, while I don't own this particular model (I bought a different model for my son), in looking up the specs, it appears that this model has a 60Hz refresh rate.
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Not to be rude but Hank really doesn't know what he is talking about. First point: " Both LED and LCD televisions can have 120 hz, 240hz, and even 480 hz and in this case both tv's are 120 hz. Refresh rates are the same so "clarity" from refresh rates will be identical. Second: He says he will never buy a "straight up lcd tv." that's ok but he says he will buy one with LED or LED/LCD. Unless he is looking at a 4inch screen, they will all be LCD backlit withe LEDs. oLED technology in TV's is years away. My thoughts: Both these TV's have their ups and downs. The 630 is thicker and more power hungry but will have a more uniform picture (which if you are in low light situations is better). The 6300 LED/LCD is slim, "cool", better contrast ratio, green, (more expensive) BUT (and a big but) will be brighter around the edges than the center. This is the problem with "budget" LED/LCDs. Most edge lit LED/LCD TVs have this problem. To avoid it and get the best of both worlds one would need to buy one with Local Dimming. This is where the LEDs are placed behind the entire screen, not just the edges. It is a true difference maker. Not that the prices for TV's with Local Dimming are substantially higher (unless you buy the new outstanding Vizio models). Either way, if you don't mind spending a little more and getting a little less with picture uniformity, go with the 6300.
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This TV has a 60Hz refresh rate. I compared this Samsung LN32B550 with the LG model you mention and I found both are good. However, the colors were more vibrant in the Samsung and there was a 'pop' in the colors. The LG was a little more subdued and not as vivid. Also, I don't recall if the LG swivels or not like the Samsung. If you need more dynamic colors, a punch in the Picture quality, go with the samsung. For me, the 120Hz did nothing to convince me its better than the 60Hz. I really could not tell any difference. People swear there is one, but I cannot tell. They had a demo signal going to all TV's with the 120Hz benefits and you cannot even tell any difference there. Theoretically, the 120Hz should be more cleaner/sharper in fast moving images. But fast moving images are well....fast so you only see them for split seconds. Not much of a difference then since how much can you absorb in that split second ? Video gaming should benefit but again, I don't see any significant improvement here. The 2ms response time is useful for video gaming as it will eliminate ghosting ( i.e. trailing images ) but Samsung's 6ms is good enough. Ideally, anything less than 15-20ms and you're good for video gaming from my experience with LCD refresh rates. Go to your local Best Buy and check it out first. Buy from Amazon if the price is lower, else buy from BestBuy with warranty and all. As is, BB now has no restocking fee when you return a product.
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I honestly am not all that interested in Smart TV as much as I am in getting the best picture quality for my own media collection. I will say that my 7600 chugs under the weight of the apps and that the 8600 with dual core would work much better. I also have a G2 which is very snappy due to having a dual core but has a lower refresh rate and no local dimming or control over tru motion. Personally I would buy the 9600 if it had NO apps at all and just did 3D and 1080p 2D. I have tried Netflix with many devices and have never been very impressed with the stream they give you. Vudu however has a much better codec and looks reasonably well, in many cases even better than my Fios HD DVR service gives me. I am hoping within the next 2 to 3 years OLED will be down in my upper price range. When that happens I will jump on it and also they will have ironed out any bugs that system may have for early adopters. What I am hoping is OLED will be as good or better than my Sony 34 inch HD CRT , only with higher resolution and perfect geometry. For motion, contrast levels and viewing angle, nothing STILL can beat the last Sony Trinitrons that rolled off the line. I have one and my only complaint is poor geometry. Good luck with whichever model you decide on. Cheers! Marty G
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Chuck - As far as I am concerned, the screen has a glossy finish. There is a very fine coating that I think LG may consider to be matte, but reflections are quite noticeable to me. So, I say glossy. As far as 'how many hertz' it has, it runs as a 60Hz display natively. Period. Anyone who reports differently is just missing the boat. The monitor reports its capabilities to Windows, and the specs are available to anyone who knows how to read. If it were an active 3D screen, it would have to run at 120Hz or higher, but passive 3D is fine at 60Hz. I've got absolutely no complaints to express about how it performs in either 3D or 2D with fast motion at all. As a final note, if you can work with a glossy screen, then I think this should be a great 2D and 3D monitor for you. That is, if 23 inches is big enough... &lt;WG&gt;
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I don't really do photographic work. It is far superior to the old TN screen it replaced. Without putting an IPS display next to it I couldn't make a decent comparison. Now that Dell is running sales on their 24" 4K IPS display I'd take a closer look at that. If you do get this 28" display keep fluorescent lights away from it. Fluorescent flicker plus 30Hz refresh = ugh.
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Dell has a very nice 30" IPS monitor. Very high-end. MSRP $1499. There are frequent twenty-or-so percent off coupon codes, though. It's 2560x1600 (16:10)
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um im not sure what you mean by refresh rate. like how fast it turn on? pretty quick. be a little more pacific maybe i can answer your question